Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as diplomatic efforts intensify

Overnight drone and missile strikes between Russia and Ukraine continued despite statements from US President Donald Trump claiming both sides agreed to cease attacks on energy infrastructure. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Kyiv would adhere to such an arrangement only if Western allies ensure Moscow stops targeting Ukraine's energy grid, food supply chains, and transport lines.

The fresh violence resulted in casualties across regions including Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, alongside Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and reports of injuries in Sochi and Belgorod. Meanwhile, EU officials condemned recent Russian attacks near the Ukrainian border with Poland, characterizing them as attempts to intimidate European nations.

The ongoing exchanges coincide with the arrival of US peace envoys in both capitals ahead of talks surrounding the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Sources: Avaz, Beta, CDM, N1, Vijesti